COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Matua
REGION
Marlborough
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Matua is a true pioneer of the New Zealand wine industry, credited with planting the very first Sauvignon Blanc grapes in Marlborough in 1969 and releasing the country's first vintage in 1974. Founded by brothers Bill and Ross Spence, the winery started in a small tin shed but quickly revolutionized the global wine landscape. Today, Matua is celebrated worldwide for its bright, refreshing, and highly aromatic wines that capture the essence of Marlborough's unique cool-climate terroir.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Matua planted the first Sauvignon Blanc vines in New Zealand in 1969, producing their first vintage in 1974.
Fact 02
The name 'Matua' is a Māori word meaning 'Head of the Family' or 'Parent', reflecting their pioneering status.
Fact 03
The bottle features a thermochromic label that changes color when the wine reaches the optimal chilled serving temperature.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for this vintage were harvested during the cool night hours to preserve their vibrant fruit flavors and natural acidity. Upon arrival at the winery, the fruit was gently pressed, and the juice was clarified before undergoing cool fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This slow, cold fermentation process maximizes the extraction of primary tropical and citrus aromas. The wine was bottled early without oak contact to maintain its signature crispness and fresh fruit profile.
